Gallery Featuring Our Holistic and Integrated Wellness Approach to Physical Therapy

Explore our gallery showing our holistic and integrated wellness approach to women's physical therapy. Immerse yourself in a visual narrative of transformative journeys, personalized care, and our commitment to optimal well-being. From pregnancy and postpartum care to specialized treatments, each image encapsulates the compassion and expertise that set us apart. Give us a call today to learn more.

GOALS: It's important to have goals to work toward whether their regarding fitness and strength, self care or professional aspirations. However, being realistic with your time line and being patience with yourself is AS IF NOT MORE IMPORTANT! Most women think postpartum recovery is 6-12 weeks when in fact it can be from 1 - 5 years. Take the time to respect your bodies natural healing and seek professional instruction for guidance on technique and progression. Don't rush the process but rather enjoy the journey! See a pelvic floor physical therapist for help. They'll make sure your ready for the next step toward achieving your goal without injury.
GOALS: It's important to have goals to work toward whether their regarding fitness and strength, self care or professional aspirations. However, being realistic with your time line and being patience with yourself is AS IF NOT MORE IMPORTANT! Most women think postpartum recovery is 6-12 weeks when in fact it can be from 1 - 5 years. Take the time to respect your bodies natural healing and seek professional instruction for guidance on technique and progression. Don't rush the process but rather enjoy the journey! See a pelvic floor physical therapist for help. They'll make sure your ready for the next step toward achieving your goal without injury.
Every woman who has experienced childbirth, either vaginal or Caesarean, should get pelvic floor physical therapy to regain the health of their pelvic girdle/ core. It blows my mind that if any other musculoskeletal tissue was stretched or damaged beyond their normal state physical therapy is always recommended as part of the care plan. OB/GYN are so good at taking care of the baby and Mom for the first three trimesters, it just makes me sad that more often than not the 4th trimester does not get the same attention towards mama as the previous 3** #postpartum #postpartumrecovery #womenshealthmatters #wilmingtonwomens health. #pelvicfloor
Every woman who has experienced childbirth, either vaginal or Caesarean, should get pelvic floor physical therapy to regain the health of their pelvic girdle/ core. It blows my mind that if any other musculoskeletal tissue was stretched or damaged beyond their normal state physical therapy is always recommended as part of the care plan. OB/GYN are so good at taking care of the baby and Mom for the first three trimesters, it just makes me sad that more often than not the 4th trimester does not get the same attention towards mama as the previous 3** #postpartum #postpartumrecovery #womenshealthmatters #wilmingtonwomens health. #pelvicfloor
Pregnant? Wondering if you should exercise? Research shows resistance training is not only safe but highly beneficial during pregnancy. For Moms: Reduces fatigue and back pain Improves mental health Lowers risk of gestational diabetes and weight gain Increases likelihood of vaginal delivery For Baby: Support healthy growth Improves cognitive function in childhood Reduces risk of high birth weight Enhances metabolic health Not sure how to start or what's safe? See a women's health physical therapist for safe guidelines based on your specific history and pregnancy needs.
Pregnant? Wondering if you should exercise? Research shows resistance training is not only safe but highly beneficial during pregnancy. For Moms: Reduces fatigue and back pain Improves mental health Lowers risk of gestational diabetes and weight gain Increases likelihood of vaginal delivery For Baby: Support healthy growth Improves cognitive function in childhood Reduces risk of high birth weight Enhances metabolic health Not sure how to start or what's safe? See a women's health physical therapist for safe guidelines based on your specific history and pregnancy needs.
I would like to take this time to introduce myself to the IG community. I’m a women’s health physical therapist new to Wilmington but not new to working with clients to achieve their health and wellness goals. With 20+ years’ experience in orthopedics, manual therapy, neuromuscular education, teaching and training, I bring a holistic perspective with an integrated systems approach to my client’s treatment needs. I treat women throughout their life cycles including adolescences/athletes, pre- and post-partum, pregnancy and peri /post menopause. Each phase of women’s life is unique with its own set of challenges. We work together to achieve the goals and desires you set for yourself. My greatest satisfaction is empowering women to take control of their health through education and training to understand their bodies, practice safe and effective exercise specific for their situation and address any existing or new challenges that come their way. Please reach out to me for more information on how I can help whether you’re struggling with neck/back, joint or pelvic pain, endometriosis, injury prevention, managing pregnancy, incontinence, suffering with menopause of osteoporosis or just not feeling like yourself. #postpartumrecovery #postpartumfitness #pregnancyfitness #pregnancyhealth #menopause #menopausehealth #endometriosis #incontinence #painrelief #backpain #neckpain #jointpain #osteoporosis #womenswellness #holistichealth #manualtherapy #orthopedics #healthandwellness #empowerment #selfcare #healthjourney #Wilmington
I would like to take this time to introduce myself to the IG community. I’m a women’s health physical therapist new to Wilmington but not new to working with clients to achieve their health and wellness goals. With 20+ years’ experience in orthopedics, manual therapy, neuromuscular education, teaching and training, I bring a holistic perspective with an integrated systems approach to my client’s treatment needs. I treat women throughout their life cycles including adolescences/athletes, pre- and post-partum, pregnancy and peri /post menopause. Each phase of women’s life is unique with its own set of challenges. We work together to achieve the goals and desires you set for yourself. My greatest satisfaction is empowering women to take control of their health through education and training to understand their bodies, practice safe and effective exercise specific for their situation and address any existing or new challenges that come their way. Please reach out to me for more information on how I can help whether you’re struggling with neck/back, joint or pelvic pain, endometriosis, injury prevention, managing pregnancy, incontinence, suffering with menopause of osteoporosis or just not feeling like yourself. #postpartumrecovery #postpartumfitness #pregnancyfitness #pregnancyhealth #menopause #menopausehealth #endometriosis #incontinence #painrelief #backpain #neckpain #jointpain #osteoporosis #womenswellness #holistichealth #manualtherapy #orthopedics #healthandwellness #empowerment #selfcare #healthjourney #Wilmington
It was an afternoon well spent learning from Cape Fear Doulas and the work they do with pre-partum education.
It was an afternoon well spent learning from Cape Fear Doulas and the work they do with pre-partum education.
Women's General Health Workshop Day: Friday, Jan 24, 2025 Time: 6:00pm — 7:30pm Location: MissionFit Strength + Performance Join Katie Bressack and I for our Women's Health workshop on Friday, January 24th at 6pm. We will be sharing tips on how to eat to support your hormones no matter the stage of your life and how to support your physical health and wellness to prevent future health issues with exercise and fitness education. I am a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Board Certified Manual Therapist, who specializes in women's health and pelvic floor health. Katie Bressack is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Women’s Health Coach who specializes in women’s health and hormones. Sign-up on the MissionFit: Wilmington App Link Below: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/missionfit-gym/id1619149913
Women's General Health Workshop Day: Friday, Jan 24, 2025 Time: 6:00pm — 7:30pm Location: MissionFit Strength + Performance Join Katie Bressack and I for our Women's Health workshop on Friday, January 24th at 6pm. We will be sharing tips on how to eat to support your hormones no matter the stage of your life and how to support your physical health and wellness to prevent future health issues with exercise and fitness education. I am a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Board Certified Manual Therapist, who specializes in women's health and pelvic floor health. Katie Bressack is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Women’s Health Coach who specializes in women’s health and hormones. Sign-up on the MissionFit: Wilmington App Link Below: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/missionfit-gym/id1619149913
ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS ON WOMENS HEALTH AND LEVELS- IS INTERMITTENT FASTING GOOD FOR WOMEN? Women may experience different outcomes with intermittent fasting than men, including fatigue, weight gain, hunger, and inflammation, due to hormonal fluctuations. Fasting can increase cortisol and blood sugar levels in women, disrupt thyroid function, and affect sex hormones like estrogen. To make intermittent fasting work, women should opt for daily time-restricted feeding of 12-14 hours, avoid longer fasts from days 15-28 of their cycle, and increase calories and carbs during the luteal phase. It’s important for women to recognize their baseline stress levels and sleep needs when attempting intermittent fasting. A more flexible, nuanced approach to intermittent fasting is often required for women due to hormonal cycles and differences in metabolic response.
ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS ON WOMENS HEALTH AND LEVELS- IS INTERMITTENT FASTING GOOD FOR WOMEN? Women may experience different outcomes with intermittent fasting than men, including fatigue, weight gain, hunger, and inflammation, due to hormonal fluctuations. Fasting can increase cortisol and blood sugar levels in women, disrupt thyroid function, and affect sex hormones like estrogen. To make intermittent fasting work, women should opt for daily time-restricted feeding of 12-14 hours, avoid longer fasts from days 15-28 of their cycle, and increase calories and carbs during the luteal phase. It’s important for women to recognize their baseline stress levels and sleep needs when attempting intermittent fasting. A more flexible, nuanced approach to intermittent fasting is often required for women due to hormonal cycles and differences in metabolic response.
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How to relax a tight pelvic floor Do you feel you have been over doing your Kegel exercises and maybe feel too much tightness in your pelvic floor or difficulty passing gas? It’s much easier to release tension or tightness in the pelvic floor if it’s a new symptom and you know you’ve been overdoing your Kegel exercises and maybe haven’t focused enough on the relaxation phase or given yourself enought“off’ days from doing the strengthening exercises. If you don’t have control of gas or have difficulty letting, go easily it can be a sign of pelvic floor tightness. Another sign could be burning or pain during intercourse or incontinence. First, take a break from the Kegel exercises. In fact, these issues could be from pelvic floor hypertonicity or overactive pelvic floor muscles and strengthening exercises would be contra indicated. Instead, work on relaxing and “letting go” of the pelvic floor. Use your breathing to help. Inhale into the back of your pelvic floor. What does this mean? Obviously, the breath stays in the lungs but as the diaphragm contracts and moves into the abdomen the pressure it places in the pelvic bowl can be directed into the back of the pelvic floor. Some positions to do this in are child’s pose or quadruped. Massage can also be a great treatment solution just like for tight shoulders or neck muscles. Manual therapy can help stimulate muscle relaxation and your pelvic floor is just like the skeletal muscles in all the other areas of your body. You may want to see a pelvic floor specialist do get an internal pelvic floor massage because it’s a more direct way to get to the deeper layers of the pelvic floor muscles or to get a more advanced form of external manual therapy for the pelvic floor. To try from the outside on your own try using a small ball (ie. pinky ball) or another size ball that might work for you. You may want to clear this with your physician if you have any contra indications for massage or manual therapy like being on blood thinners or have a connective tissue condition. Sit on a supportive surface /chair and find your sitz bones. Place the ball inside the sitz bones, not on the tail bone and slowly sink in and gently r
How to relax a tight pelvic floor Do you feel you have been over doing your Kegel exercises and maybe feel too much tightness in your pelvic floor or difficulty passing gas? It’s much easier to release tension or tightness in the pelvic floor if it’s a new symptom and you know you’ve been overdoing your Kegel exercises and maybe haven’t focused enough on the relaxation phase or given yourself enought“off’ days from doing the strengthening exercises. If you don’t have control of gas or have difficulty letting, go easily it can be a sign of pelvic floor tightness. Another sign could be burning or pain during intercourse or incontinence. First, take a break from the Kegel exercises. In fact, these issues could be from pelvic floor hypertonicity or overactive pelvic floor muscles and strengthening exercises would be contra indicated. Instead, work on relaxing and “letting go” of the pelvic floor. Use your breathing to help. Inhale into the back of your pelvic floor. What does this mean? Obviously, the breath stays in the lungs but as the diaphragm contracts and moves into the abdomen the pressure it places in the pelvic bowl can be directed into the back of the pelvic floor. Some positions to do this in are child’s pose or quadruped. Massage can also be a great treatment solution just like for tight shoulders or neck muscles. Manual therapy can help stimulate muscle relaxation and your pelvic floor is just like the skeletal muscles in all the other areas of your body. You may want to see a pelvic floor specialist do get an internal pelvic floor massage because it’s a more direct way to get to the deeper layers of the pelvic floor muscles or to get a more advanced form of external manual therapy for the pelvic floor. To try from the outside on your own try using a small ball (ie. pinky ball) or another size ball that might work for you. You may want to clear this with your physician if you have any contra indications for massage or manual therapy like being on blood thinners or have a connective tissue condition. Sit on a supportive surface /chair and find your sitz bones. Place the ball inside the sitz bones, not on the tail bone and slowly sink in and gently r
FREE OILS from my team to you! Tell me what your health and wellness needs are and I will suggest an oil and usage that will help you feel your best! Who doesn’t look forward to Spring and all things new again ! Now is the time to focus on your wellness. What area would you like to improve? - Sleep - Hormone Support - Digestion - Anxiety or stress - Head tension or migraines - Body Aches and Pains - Something else? Tell me! - OR maybe you are looking to Reduce Toxins in your home with natural cleaning products DM, text or email me to take advantage of this free oil event. I will hand deliver or mail samples of essential oils along with information on how to use them. Be ready for what comes your way this spring by feeling your best! #springwellness # sleep better #sleepissues #sleepsupport # headtension #hormonesupport #hormones # stress #anxiety #bodyaches #digestion #headacheremedies #headache #headachesupport #naturalcleaning #naturalwellness #essentialoils #doterra #oilevent #freeoils #freeessentialoils
FREE OILS from my team to you! Tell me what your health and wellness needs are and I will suggest an oil and usage that will help you feel your best! Who doesn’t look forward to Spring and all things new again ! Now is the time to focus on your wellness. What area would you like to improve? - Sleep - Hormone Support - Digestion - Anxiety or stress - Head tension or migraines - Body Aches and Pains - Something else? Tell me! - OR maybe you are looking to Reduce Toxins in your home with natural cleaning products DM, text or email me to take advantage of this free oil event. I will hand deliver or mail samples of essential oils along with information on how to use them. Be ready for what comes your way this spring by feeling your best! #springwellness # sleep better #sleepissues #sleepsupport # headtension #hormonesupport #hormones # stress #anxiety #bodyaches #digestion #headacheremedies #headache #headachesupport #naturalcleaning #naturalwellness #essentialoils #doterra #oilevent #freeoils #freeessentialoils
This is the other amazing product paired with Yarrow Pom. Use for occasional skin irritations, apply 1–2 drops of Tea Tree essential oil onto affected area. Combine 1–2 drops with your facial cleanser for added cleansing properties, or apply to skin after shaving. Apply to fingernails and toenails after showering to purify and keep nails looking healthy. Add a few drops to a spray bottle with water and use on surfaces as a cleansing and purifying agent.
This is the other amazing product paired with Yarrow Pom. Use for occasional skin irritations, apply 1–2 drops of Tea Tree essential oil onto affected area. Combine 1–2 drops with your facial cleanser for added cleansing properties, or apply to skin after shaving. Apply to fingernails and toenails after showering to purify and keep nails looking healthy. Add a few drops to a spray bottle with water and use on surfaces as a cleansing and purifying agent.
This is one of the products dōTerra is pairing with Yarrow Pom . This innovative formula moisturizes, decreases the appearance of dark circles, and improves skin firmness and tone. Bakuchiol is a plant-based ingredient that helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and protects skin from future signs of aging. Great pairing!
This is one of the products dōTerra is pairing with Yarrow Pom . This innovative formula moisturizes, decreases the appearance of dark circles, and improves skin firmness and tone. Bakuchiol is a plant-based ingredient that helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and protects skin from future signs of aging. Great pairing!
This is an amazing oil for your face or any area of eczema or dry skin. The main chemical components punicic acid (an omega 5), antioxidants, β-caryophyllene, and chamazulene, this vegan-friendly active botanical duo supports cellular, immune, and nervous system function and rejuvenation when taken internally.* Uses: Consume one to two drops morning and night to promote a healthy metabolism.* To promote a healthy immune response, take one to two drops of Yarrow|Pom oil daily.* As part of your skin care routine, apply Yarrow|Pom oil to help promote the look of young and healthy skin, or to help reduce the appearance of blemishes. Create a soothing massage experience with a few drops of Yarrow|Pom oil to help soothe tension. TODAY ONLY dōTerra is Pairing this with 2 other great skin care products , Tea Tree oil and their specialty formulated eye cream FOR FREE! #doterraessentialoils #skincare #immunesupport
This is an amazing oil for your face or any area of eczema or dry skin. The main chemical components punicic acid (an omega 5), antioxidants, β-caryophyllene, and chamazulene, this vegan-friendly active botanical duo supports cellular, immune, and nervous system function and rejuvenation when taken internally.* Uses: Consume one to two drops morning and night to promote a healthy metabolism.* To promote a healthy immune response, take one to two drops of Yarrow|Pom oil daily.* As part of your skin care routine, apply Yarrow|Pom oil to help promote the look of young and healthy skin, or to help reduce the appearance of blemishes. Create a soothing massage experience with a few drops of Yarrow|Pom oil to help soothe tension. TODAY ONLY dōTerra is Pairing this with 2 other great skin care products , Tea Tree oil and their specialty formulated eye cream FOR FREE! #doterraessentialoils #skincare #immunesupport
Now that we know how important it is to eat the right foods daily for our hormone health, how do we accomplish this task? DōTerra has just made it a whole lot easier and tastier to get enough of the right combinations of vitamins, minerals and supplements to help us maintain a balanced diet. I just used these powders this morning with almond milk, 1/2 avocado and fresh strawberries in my morning smoothie. I can’t tell you how incredibly easy and delicious it was! If you’re allergic or don’t like Whey protein they also make a vegan protein powder made with pea protein. Use along with the Life Long Vitality pack and a healthy diet for a great nutritional foundation. #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #essentialoils #hormonebalance
Now that we know how important it is to eat the right foods daily for our hormone health, how do we accomplish this task? DōTerra has just made it a whole lot easier and tastier to get enough of the right combinations of vitamins, minerals and supplements to help us maintain a balanced diet. I just used these powders this morning with almond milk, 1/2 avocado and fresh strawberries in my morning smoothie. I can’t tell you how incredibly easy and delicious it was! If you’re allergic or don’t like Whey protein they also make a vegan protein powder made with pea protein. Use along with the Life Long Vitality pack and a healthy diet for a great nutritional foundation. #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #essentialoils #hormonebalance
HORMONE BALANCE. So many women suffer from symptoms of hormonal imbalances. Symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, heavy periods, sleep issues, migraines just to name a few. You may be prescribed synthetic hormone replacement to coverup what’s causing the imbalance, but did you know that You don’t need to take hormones to balance your hormones? Food is the foundation of hormone balance! That’s right! The old saying “ you are what you eat” is true. Food provides the nutrients, proteins, phytonutrients and vitamins to support our endocrine, immune and digestive systems which predominantly run our hormone levels. Choosing foods free of toxins, pesticides, and added hormones , high in fiber and low in fats is a great start but it’s not enough. It’s hard to get everything we need from the foods we eat which is why I love dōTerra’s LLV pack and PB assist. The PB assist is probiotics to help maintain a healthy gut micro biome reducing inflammation and the LLV pack provides us with essential bioavailable vitamins, minerals,omegas and nutrients to be a whole food supplement. They’re great additions to any healthy nutrition program to help you feel like yourself again. Make sure you’re getting all you need from what you eat! In the weeks to come I’ll be posting information on how simple changes in your lifestyle and adding essential oils and other supplements can help you manage your hormones and ultimately a healthy, happy life. If you need want to know how to order these products DM me and I’ll help you get started . #essentialoils, #hormonebalance #doterra #healthyeating #healthylifestyle
HORMONE BALANCE. So many women suffer from symptoms of hormonal imbalances. Symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, heavy periods, sleep issues, migraines just to name a few. You may be prescribed synthetic hormone replacement to coverup what’s causing the imbalance, but did you know that You don’t need to take hormones to balance your hormones? Food is the foundation of hormone balance! That’s right! The old saying “ you are what you eat” is true. Food provides the nutrients, proteins, phytonutrients and vitamins to support our endocrine, immune and digestive systems which predominantly run our hormone levels. Choosing foods free of toxins, pesticides, and added hormones , high in fiber and low in fats is a great start but it’s not enough. It’s hard to get everything we need from the foods we eat which is why I love dōTerra’s LLV pack and PB assist. The PB assist is probiotics to help maintain a healthy gut micro biome reducing inflammation and the LLV pack provides us with essential bioavailable vitamins, minerals,omegas and nutrients to be a whole food supplement. They’re great additions to any healthy nutrition program to help you feel like yourself again. Make sure you’re getting all you need from what you eat! In the weeks to come I’ll be posting information on how simple changes in your lifestyle and adding essential oils and other supplements can help you manage your hormones and ultimately a healthy, happy life. If you need want to know how to order these products DM me and I’ll help you get started . #essentialoils, #hormonebalance #doterra #healthyeating #healthylifestyle
I started diffusing essential oils at night to help me sleep several years ago. Now with adaptive capsules, serenity and cedar wood I have a routine that gives me the best nights sleep. However, in the winter with the heat on the air in the bedroom gets dry and I can wake up with irritated nasal passages. I started using this “DAWN” diffuser/humidifier from dōTerra and what a difference! The best sleep and no irritation! I love it! If you would like one but are not yet a dōTerra member I can help you join! DM me and I’ll tell you how. #essentialoils #diffuserblends #healthylifestyle #healthyliving
I started diffusing essential oils at night to help me sleep several years ago. Now with adaptive capsules, serenity and cedar wood I have a routine that gives me the best nights sleep. However, in the winter with the heat on the air in the bedroom gets dry and I can wake up with irritated nasal passages. I started using this “DAWN” diffuser/humidifier from dōTerra and what a difference! The best sleep and no irritation! I love it! If you would like one but are not yet a dōTerra member I can help you join! DM me and I’ll tell you how. #essentialoils #diffuserblends #healthylifestyle #healthyliving
Women who have one or multiple pregnancies undergo tremendous physical changes in their bodies. Increase blood volume, pelvic separation, altered weight distribution with increased demand on our core and pelvic floor muscles just to name a few. Receiving physical therapy during and after pregnancy can help women prevent injury and teach them how to take care of their bodies in a safe and affective manor and prepare them for delivery and post delivery recovery. Be your own advocate and request a consult with a physical therapist from your OB/GYN . #womenshealth #westfieldnj #pregnant #pregnantweightlifting #physicaltherapy
Women who have one or multiple pregnancies undergo tremendous physical changes in their bodies. Increase blood volume, pelvic separation, altered weight distribution with increased demand on our core and pelvic floor muscles just to name a few. Receiving physical therapy during and after pregnancy can help women prevent injury and teach them how to take care of their bodies in a safe and affective manor and prepare them for delivery and post delivery recovery. Be your own advocate and request a consult with a physical therapist from your OB/GYN . #womenshealth #westfieldnj #pregnant #pregnantweightlifting #physicaltherapy
I love to diffuse oils in the home and office all year long but especially in December. Using diffusers to help boost our moods and health is the best gift we can give to ourselves and others. These are just a few samples of diffuser blends and dōTerra diffusers. My favorite is “Dawn” which is also a humidifier, great to use at night with On guard, rosemary and breathe for respiratory and immune support. If you would like to order any of these products December is a great month to start. Lots of promotions! DM me and I’ll help you get started! #doterraessentialoils #healthylifestyle #holidayseason #giftideas #wellness
I love to diffuse oils in the home and office all year long but especially in December. Using diffusers to help boost our moods and health is the best gift we can give to ourselves and others. These are just a few samples of diffuser blends and dōTerra diffusers. My favorite is “Dawn” which is also a humidifier, great to use at night with On guard, rosemary and breathe for respiratory and immune support. If you would like to order any of these products December is a great month to start. Lots of promotions! DM me and I’ll help you get started! #doterraessentialoils #healthylifestyle #holidayseason #giftideas #wellness
Osteoporosis is known as the silent killer and attacks hundreds of thousands of women every year. We create bone mass in our teens and early twenties but our skeletal system is under perpetual repair and rejuvenation and is vulnerable to imbalance and inadequate nourishment. DōTerra has developed bioavailable vitamins, minerals and trace minerals necessary for bone health. The LLV pack along with these lovely supplements and weighted workouts and weight bearing activities will go along way in maintaining a healthy bone structure. If you are interested and would like to learn more DM me and I’ll be happy to help!!# bone health#healthylifestyle #nutritiontips #essentialoils #osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is known as the silent killer and attacks hundreds of thousands of women every year. We create bone mass in our teens and early twenties but our skeletal system is under perpetual repair and rejuvenation and is vulnerable to imbalance and inadequate nourishment. DōTerra has developed bioavailable vitamins, minerals and trace minerals necessary for bone health. The LLV pack along with these lovely supplements and weighted workouts and weight bearing activities will go along way in maintaining a healthy bone structure. If you are interested and would like to learn more DM me and I’ll be happy to help!!# bone health#healthylifestyle #nutritiontips #essentialoils #osteoporosis
We can’t always control the stressful situations we come across in life but we can change how we respond to them. Keeping a sense of calm and supporting our nervous system can help reduce our bodies over production of cortisol. When we’re over worked and anxious cortisol reaches a high level which can cause health issues including poor sleep, weight gain, irritability, tension and low libido. Adaptiv is an amazing oil to support our nervous and immune systems. I use it all day long and before bed. It pairs well with Roman Camomile! Put in diffuser together or roll on Adaptiv and put Roman Camomile in tea. If you’re not a dõTerra member yet DM me and I’ll help you sign up! #essentialoils #doterraessentialoils #healthylifestyle
We can’t always control the stressful situations we come across in life but we can change how we respond to them. Keeping a sense of calm and supporting our nervous system can help reduce our bodies over production of cortisol. When we’re over worked and anxious cortisol reaches a high level which can cause health issues including poor sleep, weight gain, irritability, tension and low libido. Adaptiv is an amazing oil to support our nervous and immune systems. I use it all day long and before bed. It pairs well with Roman Camomile! Put in diffuser together or roll on Adaptiv and put Roman Camomile in tea. If you’re not a dõTerra member yet DM me and I’ll help you sign up! #essentialoils #doterraessentialoils #healthylifestyle
Lessen the tensions of the day with these 2 peer house oils. Ylang Ylang is used to lesson tension and stress and promote a positive feeling. Adaptive is used to relieve anxious feelings. Together they are a dynamic duo for a peaceful day. TODAY ONLY BOGO free from dõTerra essential oils. If you’re not a member but would like to join DM me and I’ll help you get started! #doterra oils#westfieldnj #cranfordnj #scotchplainsnj #clarknj #healthylifestyle #mentalhealth
Lessen the tensions of the day with these 2 peer house oils. Ylang Ylang is used to lesson tension and stress and promote a positive feeling. Adaptive is used to relieve anxious feelings. Together they are a dynamic duo for a peaceful day. TODAY ONLY BOGO free from dõTerra essential oils. If you’re not a member but would like to join DM me and I’ll help you get started! #doterra oils#westfieldnj #cranfordnj #scotchplainsnj #clarknj #healthylifestyle #mentalhealth
I love this laundry detergent! My clothes smell fresh and clean and there are NO HARMFUL CHEMICALS! It’s all plant based , certified pure oils and ingredients. Can you say that about your detergent? # Doterra #essentialoils #chemicalfreehome #healthylifestyle
I love this laundry detergent! My clothes smell fresh and clean and there are NO HARMFUL CHEMICALS! It’s all plant based , certified pure oils and ingredients. Can you say that about your detergent? # Doterra #essentialoils #chemicalfreehome #healthylifestyle
Who is a candidate for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction?⁣ ⁣ Most people believe that PFD only happens to women during and after pregnancy.  This can’t be further from the truth. ⁣ ⁣ First of all, ANYONE, male OR female, can potentially have this condition. The pelvic floor is a set of muscles which function to provide stability and support of the pelvic girdle and it’s contents. These muscles communicate with nerves that orginate in the lumbar and sacral regions of the spine, and therefore any injury affecting the spine or MOTION of the spine can have an affect on the nerves and the Pelvic Floor muscles.  ⁣ ⁣ Anyone with a history of low back, hip, SI (sacroiliac joint) pain or knee pain can potentially be susceptible to this condition.⁣ ⁣ Do you have PFD?⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #pelvichealth #pelvicfloor #incontinence #sexualdysfuntion #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
Who is a candidate for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction?⁣ ⁣ Most people believe that PFD only happens to women during and after pregnancy.  This can’t be further from the truth. ⁣ ⁣ First of all, ANYONE, male OR female, can potentially have this condition. The pelvic floor is a set of muscles which function to provide stability and support of the pelvic girdle and it’s contents. These muscles communicate with nerves that orginate in the lumbar and sacral regions of the spine, and therefore any injury affecting the spine or MOTION of the spine can have an affect on the nerves and the Pelvic Floor muscles.  ⁣ ⁣ Anyone with a history of low back, hip, SI (sacroiliac joint) pain or knee pain can potentially be susceptible to this condition.⁣ ⁣ Do you have PFD?⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #pelvichealth #pelvicfloor #incontinence #sexualdysfuntion #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
What do we mean by Pelvic Floor?⁣ ⁣ There is a lot of talk about engaging “Pelvic Floor” muscles for core support, and doing Kegel exercises to strengthen those muscles, but do you really know what that actually means? ⁣ ⁣ The pelvic floor is 5 layers of connective tissue, 3 of those layers are skeletal muscles that function to support the structure of the pelvic girdle (including the SIJ , hip and pubic joints) as well as supporting our pelvic organs such as the bladder, uterus, vagina and colon/rectum. These muscles form a left and right sling type muscular band that supports our organs from the bottom hence the term “pelvic floor muscles”. Without their proper strength and function we can not obtain functional strong core strength. ⁣ ⁣ We engage in many activities throughout our daily life that challenge our pelvic floor, some are as follows:⁣ -running⁣ -high impact sports⁣ -lifting or weight training⁣ -exercise ⁣ -pregnancy ⁣ ⁣ The pelvic floor is the foundation upon which the remaining core muscles gain support. They are necessary for continence, sexual function and normal bowel movements. ⁣ ⁣ Do you have good pelvic floor strength?⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #pelvichealth #pelvicfloor #incontinence #sexualdysfuntion #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
What do we mean by Pelvic Floor?⁣ ⁣ There is a lot of talk about engaging “Pelvic Floor” muscles for core support, and doing Kegel exercises to strengthen those muscles, but do you really know what that actually means? ⁣ ⁣ The pelvic floor is 5 layers of connective tissue, 3 of those layers are skeletal muscles that function to support the structure of the pelvic girdle (including the SIJ , hip and pubic joints) as well as supporting our pelvic organs such as the bladder, uterus, vagina and colon/rectum. These muscles form a left and right sling type muscular band that supports our organs from the bottom hence the term “pelvic floor muscles”. Without their proper strength and function we can not obtain functional strong core strength. ⁣ ⁣ We engage in many activities throughout our daily life that challenge our pelvic floor, some are as follows:⁣ -running⁣ -high impact sports⁣ -lifting or weight training⁣ -exercise ⁣ -pregnancy ⁣ ⁣ The pelvic floor is the foundation upon which the remaining core muscles gain support. They are necessary for continence, sexual function and normal bowel movements. ⁣ ⁣ Do you have good pelvic floor strength?⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #pelvichealth #pelvicfloor #incontinence #sexualdysfuntion #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
It’s that time of year when we are reminded that we share the great outdoors with little pests that bite. ⁣ ⁣ Instead of using a toxic chemical to help shield us why not use a cheaper, more effective natural spray that supports our skin? And smells great too! Follow these instructions to make your very own, natural, plant based bug repellent. ⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #lavender #skincare #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
It’s that time of year when we are reminded that we share the great outdoors with little pests that bite. ⁣ ⁣ Instead of using a toxic chemical to help shield us why not use a cheaper, more effective natural spray that supports our skin? And smells great too! Follow these instructions to make your very own, natural, plant based bug repellent. ⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #lavender #skincare #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
Lavender is good for Anything Skin! Sunburns, cuts, bruises, cooking burns and even skin imperfections. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ “Lina lool”  is the main ingredient in Lavender. Research supports the use of Lina lool to help the body normalize its inflammatory response and to help us to feel chilled, calm and relaxed. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⚡️CAUTION: ⁣⁣ You need to avoid synthetic Lavender which is found in many products scented with this fragrance. The synthetic form is a hormone disruptor and can alter the natural hormone balance in females and cause female traits in boys. Doterra’s Lavender is PURE, and NATURAL. Safe for use as directed. No fillers or synthetics added!!!  I use it everywhere in my house including the laundry where I add a few drops to my detergent or dryer ball, I also add a few drops in the toilet paper holder as a room freshener, and it is also great in my diffuser for a calm, relaxing environment. ⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #lavender #skincare #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
Lavender is good for Anything Skin! Sunburns, cuts, bruises, cooking burns and even skin imperfections. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ “Lina lool”  is the main ingredient in Lavender. Research supports the use of Lina lool to help the body normalize its inflammatory response and to help us to feel chilled, calm and relaxed. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⚡️CAUTION: ⁣⁣ You need to avoid synthetic Lavender which is found in many products scented with this fragrance. The synthetic form is a hormone disruptor and can alter the natural hormone balance in females and cause female traits in boys. Doterra’s Lavender is PURE, and NATURAL. Safe for use as directed. No fillers or synthetics added!!!  I use it everywhere in my house including the laundry where I add a few drops to my detergent or dryer ball, I also add a few drops in the toilet paper holder as a room freshener, and it is also great in my diffuser for a calm, relaxing environment. ⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #lavender #skincare #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
Hot Flashes: Menopause means a change in our natural hormone balance causing physical and emotional side effects. One is commonly known as hot flashes, which occur due to a change in our temperature control.  Here are my go to supplements and oils to help manage the symptoms of hot flashes.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Phytoestrogen multiplex is a natural form of estrogen-like therapy, assisting to balance not only a deficiency but also any excess of the wrong kind and harmful estrogen metabolites.⁣⁣ Take 1 – 2 capsules day.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣ Clary Calm Roll On: Helps to balance emotions and create a cooling effect.⁣⁣ Can be applied to the wrists, ankles and over the abdomen as needed t/o the day.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣ Clary Sage:  Enhances endocrine system function and hormone balance, also aides sleep.⁣⁣ Put in diffuser at night⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ DM for more details on how to purchase.⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #menopause #hotflashes #sleeplessnights #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj ⁣
Hot Flashes: Menopause means a change in our natural hormone balance causing physical and emotional side effects. One is commonly known as hot flashes, which occur due to a change in our temperature control.  Here are my go to supplements and oils to help manage the symptoms of hot flashes.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Phytoestrogen multiplex is a natural form of estrogen-like therapy, assisting to balance not only a deficiency but also any excess of the wrong kind and harmful estrogen metabolites.⁣⁣ Take 1 – 2 capsules day.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣ Clary Calm Roll On: Helps to balance emotions and create a cooling effect.⁣⁣ Can be applied to the wrists, ankles and over the abdomen as needed t/o the day.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣ Clary Sage:  Enhances endocrine system function and hormone balance, also aides sleep.⁣⁣ Put in diffuser at night⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ DM for more details on how to purchase.⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #menopause #hotflashes #sleeplessnights #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj ⁣
Menopause - the joys of hot flashes and sleepless nights, right?! ⁣ ⁣ Women in Menopause can suffer from a variety of side effects due to the loss of estrogen causing hormonal imbalance. This includes periodic instability of functions within the body such as hot flashes, mood swings, forgetfulness, difficulty sleeping and fatigue. ⁣ ⁣ Using natural, plant based Essential Oils to give us a mood lift is a safe and effective way to help us manage these symptoms. ⁣ ⁣ Directions:⁣ In a 10ml roller bottle, combine 3 drops of Yang Yang, 3 drops Bergamot, 9 drops Clary Sage, 9 drops Lavender and 12 drops Tangerine. Top with fractionated coconut oil. Apply to pulse points throughout the day. ⁣ ⁣ For help with hot flashes and sleep aides be sure to look out for my next post. ⁣ ⁣ To learn more about purchasing DoTERRA oils, send me a DM.⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #menopause #hotflashes #sleeplessnights #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
Menopause - the joys of hot flashes and sleepless nights, right?! ⁣ ⁣ Women in Menopause can suffer from a variety of side effects due to the loss of estrogen causing hormonal imbalance. This includes periodic instability of functions within the body such as hot flashes, mood swings, forgetfulness, difficulty sleeping and fatigue. ⁣ ⁣ Using natural, plant based Essential Oils to give us a mood lift is a safe and effective way to help us manage these symptoms. ⁣ ⁣ Directions:⁣ In a 10ml roller bottle, combine 3 drops of Yang Yang, 3 drops Bergamot, 9 drops Clary Sage, 9 drops Lavender and 12 drops Tangerine. Top with fractionated coconut oil. Apply to pulse points throughout the day. ⁣ ⁣ For help with hot flashes and sleep aides be sure to look out for my next post. ⁣ ⁣ To learn more about purchasing DoTERRA oils, send me a DM.⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #menopause #hotflashes #sleeplessnights #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #doTERRA #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
Do you know that 1 in 3 women suffer from incontinence? How many of you have heard that’s it’s “normal” to be incontinent as we age? You may be surprised to learn that as much as it is deemed common, it IS NOT a normal part of aging. Your bladder is a smooth muscle that sits in the pelvic girdle behind the pubic bone. It needs to be supported in order to properly fill without leaking. The muscles of the pelvic floor function as this support. These muscles are located at the base of the pelvis between our “sit bones” and can become weak or tight depending on excessive stressors, such as pregnancy or heavy weight training/lifting or conditions causing pain in the low back, hip or neighboring areas. If these muscles become weak or tight we may loose our ability to maintain our bladder control. Physical Therapists can evaluate the pelvic floor for strength and proper function and teach you how to properly strengthen and gain back your continence. . . . . #incontinence #pelvicfloor #strengthen #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #menshealth #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
Do you know that 1 in 3 women suffer from incontinence? How many of you have heard that’s it’s “normal” to be incontinent as we age? You may be surprised to learn that as much as it is deemed common, it IS NOT a normal part of aging. Your bladder is a smooth muscle that sits in the pelvic girdle behind the pubic bone. It needs to be supported in order to properly fill without leaking. The muscles of the pelvic floor function as this support. These muscles are located at the base of the pelvis between our “sit bones” and can become weak or tight depending on excessive stressors, such as pregnancy or heavy weight training/lifting or conditions causing pain in the low back, hip or neighboring areas. If these muscles become weak or tight we may loose our ability to maintain our bladder control. Physical Therapists can evaluate the pelvic floor for strength and proper function and teach you how to properly strengthen and gain back your continence. . . . . #incontinence #pelvicfloor #strengthen #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #menshealth #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
We are exposed to over 200 toxins/day in our daily life between soaps, synthetic fragrances and cleansers just to name a few. These toxins cause disturbances in our hormone balance and reside in our fat tissue. One way to reduce this toxic load is use citrus oils in your water. Grapefruit oil helps to cleanse our system while also supporting our breast, uterine and progesterone balance. Take in a capsule or drop into 4 fluid ounces of water or apply diluted to area of concern. PRECAUTION: Never put oils in a plastic container. . . . . #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #menshealth #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj.
We are exposed to over 200 toxins/day in our daily life between soaps, synthetic fragrances and cleansers just to name a few. These toxins cause disturbances in our hormone balance and reside in our fat tissue. One way to reduce this toxic load is use citrus oils in your water. Grapefruit oil helps to cleanse our system while also supporting our breast, uterine and progesterone balance. Take in a capsule or drop into 4 fluid ounces of water or apply diluted to area of concern. PRECAUTION: Never put oils in a plastic container. . . . . #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #menshealth #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj.
Hi, I’m Lisa and welcome to my page! I am looking forward to utilizing this platform to build a community for Women’s Health, not only to raise awareness on certain health issues but to also lend support and education along the way. ⁣ ⁣ I have been in the physical therapy field for quite some time, and Women’s Health is huge part of my practice. Areas of expertise include pre- and post-natal therapy, treating conditions such as Diastasis Recti, pelvic pain syndrome, pelvic floor training/re-training, and biomechanical alignment and strengthening. ⁣ ⁣ I am also a huge advocate for essential oils. They are such an important part of my treatment sessions and I find the therapeutic benefits excellent. I will share my top #doTERRA picks along the way.⁣ ⁣ I own a practice in Westfield, New Jersey. If you need further information on scheduling, shoot me an email, link is in bio. ⁣ ⁣ Look forward to connecting with you all.✨ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #menshealth #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj
Hi, I’m Lisa and welcome to my page! I am looking forward to utilizing this platform to build a community for Women’s Health, not only to raise awareness on certain health issues but to also lend support and education along the way. ⁣ ⁣ I have been in the physical therapy field for quite some time, and Women’s Health is huge part of my practice. Areas of expertise include pre- and post-natal therapy, treating conditions such as Diastasis Recti, pelvic pain syndrome, pelvic floor training/re-training, and biomechanical alignment and strengthening. ⁣ ⁣ I am also a huge advocate for essential oils. They are such an important part of my treatment sessions and I find the therapeutic benefits excellent. I will share my top #doTERRA picks along the way.⁣ ⁣ I own a practice in Westfield, New Jersey. If you need further information on scheduling, shoot me an email, link is in bio. ⁣ ⁣ Look forward to connecting with you all.✨ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #physicaltherapy #womenshealth #menshealth #awareness #healthissues #prevention #rehabilitation #pelvicfloor #prenatal #postnatal #support #holistic #wellness #essentialoils #therapeutic #education #nyc #nj